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brave

 
 
pronunciation:
breIv
parts of speech:
adjective, noun, verb
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part of speech: adjective
inflections: braver, bravest
definition: ready to face pain or danger; courageous.
The brave pilot flew alone through the storm.
synonyms:
bold, courageous, fearless, game
antonyms:
cowardly
similar words:
daring, determined, heroic, undaunted
 
part of speech: noun
definition: a Native American warrior.
Many braves were killed by the early settlers.
similar words:
fighter, Indian, warrior
 
part of speech: verb
inflections: braves, braving, braved
definition: to face or bear with courage.
The ship's crew braved the rough seas.
synonyms:
confront, endure, face, weather
similar words:
bear, suffer, survive, withstand
derivations: bravely (adv.), braveness (n.)
Word Builder: brave +
  • bravely:
    in a brave way.
  • bravery:
    courage.
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